2009 Mazda6

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Do you have traction control off or something? I have a very steep, very long driveway that would occasionally give my forrester problems, and it's been snowing pretty much every day this week, and I've had no issues. Granted, I think the all seasons they put on these cars are kind of crap in the snow (give me some triple tread all seasons any day) but I've been surprised at just how well the car has been doing in the snow and ice.

Hey, thanks avi. I check out this site to research models and I appreciate your contributions. Last answer sounds great if it happens, sounds like it will allow Mazda to have more control over their products (for the better).

No I don't have traction control off. In fact when I was trying to drive up the snowy driveway I saw the tcs light/icon on the dash come on a few times but it didn't help. BTW apart from my driveway I didn't have any traction issues with the 6 anywhere else even when on some areas where the roads weren't fully clear and had some snow on them. It's basically the slope of my driveway that's causing issue here with the 6. BTW the awd CX-9 that we have went up the driveway unflinchingly, just before I tried the 6 and failed. I used to be skeptical of awd's till I got to see the ease with which our CX-9 climbs up our driveway under low traction conditions.

I have a 09 Mazda6 S Grand Touring.I drove in over 10 inches of snow today with no issues!I also had a small problem getting up my high driveway.I switched off the traction control & was easy able to get in my garage!

I bought My Mazda6 in October and got my remote Mazda remote start put installed in November. The shop had a tough time installing it taking them two days and they needed to give me a car rental, but anyway the remote start is not that great. My issues i have with it are, 1)the remote start key is one button. you need to hold it for one second then push it quickly again for your car to start. if pushed wrong it will set off your car alarm and not start your car, so when you go outside your car is off but your alarm is on. 2) with advance key less system, when you open your door it turns off the car. it is a safety feature. so you will have to restart your car after you open your door. 3) the key fob does not tell you if your car was started, im kind of picky on that one but it would be nice to be able to tell if it started or not other than walking outside to see if it worked or not. so I would probably pass on it unless those aren't much of an issue for you. OH and one other thing, you can not have your rear defrosters turned on with your car, so you will have to turn it on after you get in your car.

I have a 2009 Mazda 6 S GT.. I was pulling out of a parking lot today, and there was about 6 - 8 inches of snow at the end of the parking lot. I stopped to make sure no cars were coming down the road and hit the gas. the TCS light began the flash.. I wasn't moving very far. then out of no where my car turned off.. I looked at the start button and noticed that just the accessories were on. I press the start button. Turned off the TCS and got right out.

Has anyone else had this problem.. or knows what might cause this?I also live on a steep hill and have not had an issue getting up my driveway.

I was pulling out of a parking lot today, and there was about 6 - 8 inches of snow at the end of the parking lot. I stopped to make sure no cars were coming down the road and hit the gas. the TCS light began the flash

First, your TCS should be turned off when starting from a dead stop and you are in snow that deep because you need wheel spin to get your car moving forward. The TCS light was flashing because the car was letting you know the TCS was activated (preventing wheel spin by reducing engine throttle and utilizing the brakes). The TCS system was working properly.

I wasn't moving very far. then out of no where my car turned off.

My guess is that since the TCS was engaged for so long, the throttle was reduced for too long and the engine starved itself of fuel.

Again, when starting from a dead stop, turn off the TCS until you are actively moving forward, then turn it back on. Your salesman should have told you that. You can also read about it in your owners manual.

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Again, when starting from a dead stop, turn off the TCS until you are actively moving forward, then turn it back on. Your salesman should have told you that. You can also read about it in your owners manual.

I've had my 09 M6 for about 2 1/2 months and I noticed over the weekend, while looking under my hood, that my engine coolant is low. My car is new, so why is my engine coolant level low? :confuse: Nothing is leaking, so should i take back to Mazda to have them look at it or just put some more engine coolant in it? :confuse:

My husband drove the car today 6cy we want it loaded theonly thing not include is navi. Leasing for 36 monthe 10,5 miles 2000.00 down includes tax first month and fees. for 419 a month I live in NYC any idea if that is a good n7umber the I was told the car listed for 26,000 and we would get it for around 23,00 Help

mazda was offering the base 6I listed for 19,920 or so for 199.00 a month so if you are getting the car for 23,000 .00 then over 400.00 is grand theft auto. do the math you pay over 7200.00 more in the less than the base car which is only 4000.00 less.find another dealer.

Hopefully you're looking at the overflow and not the radiator. If the overflow is low just add water and check it again in a month. If the overflow is empty and the radiator is low, then get it to the dealer (have it towed if it's running HOT).

Good points:- very roomy and comfortable and quiet- very responsive engine, transmission, brakes, etc.. (also all are very linear so control of them is easy) - superbly solid and precise steering control although a little too light on the steering effort for me- excellent cornering and handling w/little body roll- very good traction on snow with standard all-season tires and electronic stability program- very good gas mileage according to the built-in computer (haven't had a chance yet to do the manual calculations especially after one recent tank fill where the automatic nozzle didn't automate.. and sprayed my pants and shoes with much gas ! Not Mazda's fault!) Got a reading of over 28 mpg on a 220 mile trip of 80% highway driving with 1000 miles on engine.- excellent ergonomics on the controls and dashboard layout and excellent switch/control feel- excellent standard audio system (previous car was a Mercedes with Bose and I haven't noticed much difference)- excellent fit and finish inside and out.

Nit Picks:- Outside mirror and steering wheel not included in automated settings for each driver- Mazda engineers never drove in New England coastal fog or they would have allowed use of fog lights WITHOUT headlights..!! - Didn't expect to get a Grand Touring car with super low-profile tires. Ride is a little harsher than I had expected for the Grand Touring model. Super lo-profile tires are OK for Grand Sport model, not Grand Touring.!

Overall I am really pleased with this car and if it is as good as my 1988 MX-6, I should have it for at least 9-10 years with no serious problems.. Zoom-Zoom!

Yeah I wanted to change my stock speakers with aftermarket speakers and get subwoofers w/amp.

When I called the dealership they said if i change the stock speakers the warranty towards my speakers and radio would be void. :confuse: Your explanation was the same I got from a lot other people I spoke to.

I'm still going to get the audio system changed but I'm just hearing a lot of stuff.

I purchased a 2009 Mazda6 i-touring three days ago. This morning I noticed a dark spot on the upper front bumper. Thought it was probably a leaf or piece of debris. Much to my amazement, the paint is chipped!!! Called the dealership immediately and brought it over. The body shop guy looked at it and said it was a rock peck and there was nothing they could do about it because it's not a "design flaw". I have friends and co-workers who drive Hondas, Nissan, GM products, etc. None of their cars have paint flaking off because of a rock peck. Called Mazda and was told basically the same thing. "Get with your insurance company". What's going to happen the next time a rock pecks it?? Pretty soon the entire bumper will be black. I'm so angry right now. You cannot make me believe that paint flaking on a three-day-old car is not a factory defect or design flaw. Does anyone have any words of wisdom for me???